Podcasts about Ski patrol

Today's episode is unlike any I've ever shared. It's a conversation with my late father, Alan Storey—recorded in 2018, but never meant for the public. After his passing in January 2025, I felt called to revisit this powerful archive of family history, healing, and redemption. While it wasn't originally intended for listeners, I've come to realize that this story holds universal themes worthy of sharing.This is more than a podcast—it's an offering from one generation to the next. We dive into stories from his childhood in a rough Colorado oil town, his battles with addiction, his unlikely healing journey, and the wisdom he earned along the way. This is a raw, emotional, and sometimes wild conversation—one that I hope brings comfort, healing, and inspiration to anyone navigating loss or seeking to better understand where they come from.This episode is ad-free and deeply personal. For full show notes, visit: https://lukestorey.com/dadThanks for listening, and God bless you all.DISCLAIMER: This podcast is for educational purposes only and not intended for diagnosing or treating illnesses. The hosts disclaim responsibility for any adverse effects from using the information presented. Consult your healthcare provider before using referenced products. This podcast may include paid endorsements.MORE ABOUT THIS EPISODE:(00:00:00) Introduction from Luke — A Tribute in Real Time(00:05:35) Family History, Struggles, and Surviving an Alcoholic Home(00:14:00) Growing Up in a Violent Oil Boom Town(00:37:04) Abuse, Bullying, and the Long Road to Healing(00:44:18) College Years, Drinking, and Searching for Identity(00:48:59) Adventures in Aspen: Forest Rescue, Ski Patrol, and Helicopter Crashes(00:54:43) Business, Redemption, and Timeless Advice(01:05:55) The Importance of Healing, Making Amends, and Telling Our StoriesResources:• Shop all our merch designs at lukestoreymerch.com• Check out Gilded By Luke Storey: gildedbylukestorey.com• Join me on Telegram: https://t.me/lukestoreyThe Life Stylist is produced by Crate Media.

The mountain doesn't open itself—behind every new ski run and chairlift, there's a dedicated team making it happen. In this episode of OverHerd at Deer Valley, host Kaylin Richardson sits down with Mark Chytka, Deer Valley's Avalanche Mitigation Supervisor and Mountain Operations Safety Coordinator, to discuss the extensive work Ski Patrol is doing to prepare the resort's expanded terrain—both for this season and next year's massive expansion.Mark takes us behind the scenes of what it takes to make new terrain safe and skiable, from avalanche control to unexpected weather challenges. He also shares his passion for mental health advocacy and his role in The Paradise Paradox documentary, which sheds light on the struggles faced by those living and working in mountain towns.Tune in for a deep dive into mountain safety, terrain expansion, and the importance of mental well-being in the ski industry. Don't forget to subscribe for more behind-the-scenes insights from the people who make Deer Valley one of the best ski resorts in the world.

What a weekend eh? It's gonna take our amazing Ski Patrol teams sometime to do Avi control today. Ride with friends

This Day in Maine for Thursday, February 20th, 2025.

Send us a textDo you remember Ski Patrol from 1990? We do. Or we thought we did. We got a few ski movies mixed up into one hodge-podge memory. So join us as we go back to 1990 and watch a raunchy comedy with no raunch from the makers of Police Academy. Not the first Police Academy. The later ones.  It should be awesome.Do You Remember Liking This Movie?

We find out about Big Sky Resort in Montana and look into the multipass options in the States, including the Epic, Ikon, Indy and Mountain Collective passes. We also have our regular snow reports, your feedback, Team GB news and equipment expert Al Morgan reports from the SIGB Ski Test in La Clusaz.  Host Iain Martin was joined by Nancy Shiel, Head of Ski Patrol at Big Sky Resort in Montana, and Stuart Winchester, host of the Storm Skiing Podcast. Intersport Ski Hire Discount Code If you want to help The Ski Podcast and save yourself some money this winter…just use the code ‘SKIPODCAST' when you book your ski hire at intersportrent.com.  That applies to any ski hire booked in their massive network across France, Austria and Switzerland. You'll get a guaranteed additional discount, or simply take this link for your discount to be automatically applied.  SHOW NOTES Tim Hudson from Inspired Italy is in the Dolomites (5:45) Alex Armand from Tip Top Ski Coaching is in Les 2 Alpes (7:00) Alex Irwin from 150 Days of Winter is in Courchevel (7:30) Mia Brookes finished 3rd at the X Games Slopestyle in Aspen (9:15) Jasmin Taylor now has three wins this season in the Telemark World Cup (9:30) Laurie Taylor tied with Dave Ryding for 15th at Kitzbuhel (9:40) Freddy and Zak Carrick Smith will be taking part in the European Youth Olympics (9:45) Ski kit expert Al Morgan was out at the SIGB Ski Test in La Clusaz (10:20) Listen to our equipment episodes or watch them on YouTube (12:45) Nancy has been working on the ski patrol at Big Sky for over 20 years (13:15) Watch the Big Sky Ski Patrol in action (15:00) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f896Bsukqi0 “Big Sky is titanic, sprawling, impossible” (16:15) Big Sky is in south-west Montana (16:45) You can visit Yellowstone National Park in winter from Big Sky (17:30) The resort has 5850 acres of skiable terrain and has 400 inches annual of snowfall (18:45) The Lone Peak Tram is a standout lift (20:00) Peter Landsman in Episode 181 described it one of the lifts you must ride (20:15) Stuart is host of the Storm Skiing Podcast (24:00) “Everyone's searching for skiing's soul. I'm trying to find its brains” (24:15) The Epic Pass started in 2008 (28:00) The issue of overcrowding in US ski resorts (32:00) The Ikon Pass has introduced ‘reservations' to limit overcrowding (33:00) The Indy Pass is “the coolest thing going” (34:15) Glencoe and The Snow Centre in the UK are both on the Indy Pass (37:30) Will there be mergers between the multipasses? (37:45) Find out about the Mountain Collective Pass (38:30) Epic Pass sales were down 2% for the 24/25 winter (39:00) Vail Resorts had to deal with a ski patrol strike in Park City in December (39:15) Vail Resorts have acquired Andermatt and Crans Montana in Europe (41:00) If you visit Big Sky, you need to try Uncle Dan's Cookies (41:30) You can follow The Ski Podcast on WhatsApp (44:00) Feedback (42:00)   I enjoy all feedback about the show, I'm always interested to hear what you think, so please do contact me on social @theskipodcast or by email theskipodcast@gmail.com  Charlie Owen: "I enjoyed your interview with Mark Smith – the Man in Seat61" Charlie Henry Mack: "Episode 232 was great" Marcus: "I just wanted to drop you a note to say that I have started listening to the podcast on my drive into work and it's great! Brilliant to have such a good UK-based ski podcast." There are now 247 episodes of The Ski Podcast. If you've enjoyed this episode, why not to go theskipodcast.com and take a look around the tags and categories – there is so much in there and you're bound to find something of interest.  If you like the podcast, there are three things you can do to help:    1) Follow us. Just take a look for that button and press it now  2) Give us a review or just leave a comment on Apple Podcasts or Spotify  3) Book your ski hire with Intersport Rent using the code ‘SKIPODCAST' or take this link You can follow Iain @skipedia and the podcast @theskipodcast or WhatsApp

Segment 2, January 18th, 2025 One of America's most iconic and popular wintertime activities, Ski season is well underway. Today we join with Kim Jochl, of Sugar Mountain Resort for a report on the hobby here in the Carolinas. Segment Highlights: Kim Jochl-- Owner and Operator of Sugar Mountain Resort in Avery County, NC Weather reports, 54" inches of snow so far this season. Temps down into the teens most night sessions. Resorts are fully open, with new improvements and lifts made for large crowds. January and February holidays make up the peak season for skiing in NC, MLK day, President's day, Valentine's, etc. Safety is a major priority on the mountain, with Ski Patrol and classes being taught around the clock to keep everyone confident and safe. As-necessary snow making schedule, taking advantage of the natural snow and low temperatures to preserve snow conditions Snowboarding and Skiing are both still growing as viable hobbies, benefit from good winters! Things You'll Learn by Listening: Current status and improvements made to the NC skiing region near Grandfather Mtn. Our Sponsor, Jesse Brown's, carries a selection of gear you may need if you plan to hit the slopes this new year.

This week we gear up to revisit the cult classic comedies Ski Patrol (1990) and Ski School (1991). From outrageous pranks to over-the-top ski antics, we break down the wild humor, iconic characters, and nostalgic charm of these winter adventures. Tune in as we celebrate the hilarity and chaos that made these movies '90s gems!Also Play:Cinema Chain Game--------------------------------------------Subscribe, rate, and review:Apple Podcasts: Our Film FathersSpotify: Our Film FathersYouTube: Our Film Fathers---------------------------------------------Follow Us:Instagram: @ourfilmfathersTwitter: @ourfilmfathersEmail: ourfilmfathers@gmail.com

So this is the new year. And I know a lot of things don't feel any different. And honestly, a lot of things have gotten worse. But not with this episode. No chance. In this one, Kyle and Greg interview Joe and Tate from the Park City Professional Ski Patrol Association, a union of ski patrollers that work at Park City Mountain Resort that was able to successfully pressure Vail Resorts (the corporation) into coming to the table to negotiate a new contract. We catch up with the two of them to discuss what got them into ski patrolling, the contract dispute they've been in with Vail for a year, and what it's like to go on strike during one of the biggest weeks of the year for the company and the resort. This saga with the PC Ski Patrollers and Vail has shown the benefit of unions and the power of solidarity. Things we love to see! PC Ski Patrol Union on IG Their union is part of United Mountain Workers and if you work at a ski resort and are interested in unionizing, go here: https://www.unitedmountainworkers.org

In this episode of Trip Tales, Kelsey shares all the details from her family's  winter getaway to Park City, Utah! Tune in as she recaps why skiing on The Canyons side of Park City Mountain Resort is their favorite.But it wasn't all smooth skiing! Kelsey dives into how they navigated the unexpected Ski Patrol Strike and what it meant for their time on the slopes. Plus, she shares their go-to restaurants and how they rang in the New Year in Park City.Mentioned in this episode:My ski outfit: Amazon White Ski Bibs, Tipsy Elves Retro Ski Jacket, ThermaJane Long Johns, Hestra Mittens (Size 8), White Ski Helmet (Size L), BlackStrap Ski Mask, Ski GogglesRestaurants mentioned: Red Tail Grill, Drafts Burger Bar, Billy Blanco's, Lookout Cabin, Pine Cone Ridge, Park City Roadhouse Grill, Main St. Pizza & Noodle, Edge SteakhouseHotels in the Canyons Village: Westgate Resort, Hyatt Centric, The Summit, The Sundial, The Pendry, Yotel PadWestgate Presidential Suite booked through StayLuxe Park CityBootworks bootfitters in Park City, shin bang, Lange ski bootsSUPPORT: Buy me a coffee to show your support for the Trip Tales podcast! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/kelseygravesFOLLOW: Kelsey on Instagram & TikTokSHOP: Kelsey's Travel Favorites from her Amazon storefront.SHARE: About your trip on the Trip Tales podcast: triptalespodcast@gmail.comPARTNER DISCOUNT CODESBling2o - 10% OFF Bling2o kids ski goggles with code: KELSEYSPANX.COM - Use code KGRAVESXSPANX for 15% OFF full-price items and FREE SHIPPING. My current fav travel outfit is the Air Essentials Jumpsuit. CHASE SAPPHIRE CREDIT CARD - My preferred points earning credit card and a great card for newbies entering the points & miles space to get started. Open a Chase Sapphire Preferred with my link and earn 60,000 BONUS POINTS after you ...

In this episode, Nicole and Sarah host Dana Kent, a long time ski industry professional turned executive coach. Dana  shares her career journey from growing up skiing in Vermont to her work in the ski industry and her path to become an executive coach. Dana discusses her 20+ year career with Vail Resorts, focusing on health and safety, and explains the importance of human connection in promoting safety culture at ski resorts. Dana offers insights on lift operations, ski patrol, and guest responsibility. She talks about transitioning back to Vermont and pivoting to executive coaching, emphasizing her focus on supporting women in male-dominated outdoor industries. Dana describes her coaching approach and who can benefit from working with her, sharing thoughts on work-life balance and enjoying outdoor activities post-career change. A key quote from the episode: "The human to human connection is the most important thing. We become almost agents of behavioral change."Keep up with the Latest from Dana:Website: https://www.danakentcoaching.comDana's Blog: https://www.danakentcoaching.com/blogShop the Diamant Weekend Warrior Bag at www.diamantskiing.com and use code SKIMOMS to save 20%Invest in your season with this TSA Approved carry-on boot bag, it's a game changer and built to last. Start planning your trip here visitulstercountyny.comThe Ski Moms are so excited to be partnering with Ulster County this year. Located in New York State, Ulster County is tucked into the Hudson Valley and offers families a chance to get out in nature all year long. Visit Ski Haus in Woburn, Framingham, or Salem, NH, or go to skihaus.com. Ready for your next adventure? Download the Vrbo app or check out Vrbo.com for trusted, family-friendly getaways and plan a stay everyone will love! Support the showKeep up with the Latest from the Ski Moms!Website: www.theskimoms.coSki Moms Discount Page: https://www.theskimoms.co/discountsSki Moms Ski Rental HomesJoin the 13,000+ Ski Moms Facebook GroupInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/theskimoms/ Send us an email and let us know what guests and topics you'd like to hear next! Sarah@skimomsfun.comNicole@skimomsfun.com

Today on THE ROCK FIGHT (an outdoor podcast that aims for the head) Colin and Justin get caught up on some of the headlines to come out of the outdoor adventure community over the past few weeks. Today's topics include:The Park City Ski Patrol Strike! The topic of the moment that needs to be discussed because resort skiing has some brand problems. (06:02)Are 'Gravel Shoes' coming? Dear lord we hope not. Shoe brands take note: just don't. (20:28)Two men lose their lives while searching for Sasquatch. Folks, we hate to be the ones to tell you this... but ghosts, Bigfoot, and aliens: all not real. (31:04)The Parting Shot! Justin takes issues with his own e-bike and Colin pours a little out for South Sound Running. (37:55)Check out hundreds of wildly cool products by visiting and shopping at Garage Grown Gear!Thanks for listening! THE ROCK FIGHT is a production of Rock Fight, LLC. Sign up for NEWS FROM THE FRONT, Rock Fight's weekly newsletter by heading to www.rockfight.co and clicking Join The Mailing List.Please follow and subscribe to THE ROCK FIGHT and give us a 5 star rating and a written review wherever you get your podcasts.Want to pick a fight with THE ROCK FIGHT? Send your feedback, questions, and comments to myrockfight@gmail.com.

Purgatory Resort aims to improve guest safety along with Ski Patrol efficiency by using AirFlare technology. By Connor Shreve.Watch this story at www.durangolocal.news/newsstories/technology-turns-your-phone-into-a-rescue-locator This story is sponsored by M&R Plumbing and Crystal Mart.Support the show

Hosts: Erin Rider and Taylor Morgan  Park City Mountain ski patrols are entering their tenth day of striking as they demand a $2 an hour raise. The strike has contributed to long lines at the ski resort and has led to national outcry for and against the owner of Park City Mountain, Vail Resorts. Inside Sources hosts Taylor Morgan and Erin Rider share updates on the strike. 

Picketing continues on Park City Mountain this week. The ski patrol strike has led to long lines, delays, and closures at the resort. Joining me live is Inside Sources co-host Erin Rider.

Why did hundreds of Park City ski patrollers go on strike? Host Ali Vallarta and executive producer Emily Means talk about their demands and the impacts. Plus, local “ins and outs” for 2025, ancient bones, and become the next South Salt Lake city council member. Resources and references: Park City ski patrol ‘disappointed' in Vail counter offer as strike continues [KPCW] Apply for the open seat on the South Salt Lake City Council. Become a member of City Cast Salt Lake today! It's the best way to support our work and help make sure we're around for years to come. Get all the details and sign up at membership.citycast.fm. Subscribe to Hey Salt Lake, our daily morning newsletter. You can also find us on Instagram @CityCastSLC.  Looking to advertise on City Cast Salt Lake? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  The Shop Dr. Alexis Chiropractic - enjoy your first visit for just $60 (normally $210!) Central Wasatch Symposium Embodied Patience Live Crude - Get $25 off your facial by mentioning this ad. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In todays episode we talk to Dave Tragethon about the new app Mt.Hood Skibowl is adopting that can allow users to send accurate GPS information and photos to Ski Patrol and rescuers.

Ski Patrol the movie celebrates its 35th anniversary in January 12, 2025. If you need a quick reminder about the plot…ski school instructors align with an evil land developer to sabotage the ski patrol and convince the Forest Service to cancel the owner's lease on the ski area. The broader context in ski movie lore, and, as Heather Hansman wrote in Powder Days, “the goofy sex appeal of mainstream ski movies like Ski Patrol, Ski School and Hot Dog, fed into the oversimplified fallacy that ski town lift was all sunny backscratchers, babes in one-pieces, and beating bad guys to the finish line.” A timely chapter to read the other day. The podcast episode starts with the usual plot overview and critical acclaim before a rundown of the characters/actors, followed by 5 rounds of trivia questions! And a surprise [and signature] final Jeff-Pardy question [acknowledging actual Ski Patrol worldwide] awaits at the end. Happy 35th Ski Patrol [the movie]! Segment Times: 3:35 – Lightning Round; Free Skiing! 9:26 – Introduction Ski Patrol the Movie 11:12 – Critical Acclaim: The Good, The Bad, The Ugly 13:16 – Audience Reviews: The Mostly Good, One Bad, No Ugly 16:18 – Characters and Actors Overview 23:50 – Trivia Questions 38:42 – Final 'Jeff-Pardy' Question: A Salute to Actual Ski Patrol

Marcus Dufort returns to the podcast to tell us how the Ski Patrol helps to keep skiers safe on the slopes… and provides some simple advice for those new to the sport of downhill skiing.

December 27th, 2024 Tim Hughs filling in for Maria Shilaos

Send us a textThe Wasatch is starting to come back to life and we can all breathe a sigh of relief. After a long period of high pressure, our snow globe has returned, at least for now. In today's episode, I'll recap our snow, weather, and avalanches before jumping into an interview with Emmet Murray. Emmet is the unit Vice President out of the Canyons village for the Park City Ski Patrol Association where he works as a Hill Captain. We'll talk all things ski patrol before learning about ski patrol Unions and why they are important to your safety on the mountain.Head's up...after we recorded this interview, the PCPSA had a strike authorization vote and those who voted did so unanimously to approve a strike authorization. Tune in to their social media channels to learn more about this action and to get involved:@pcskipatrolunion@united_mountain_workers@solitudeskipatrolunion@parkcityliftmaintenaceYou can also contribute to them via Venmo at: @PCSPA Or, check out their GoFundMe Here: 

This week on the Black Rifle Coffee Podcast Former Navy Seal Sean Evangelista stops by. Navy Seal and DEVGRU operator, Sean Evangelista spent deployments to Iraq in support of the Global War on Terror, c. 2004-2006. A 20 year Navy Seal, Sean retired and founded apparel company 30 Seconds Out. He now works as a ski patrol helping patrol and serve on the mountain.

Send us a textWelcome to season four of the Ski Moms podcast!Become a paid subscriber on Substack to listen ad-freeIn this episode Nicole and Sarah interview Janna Allen, Ski Patrol Director at Brundage Mountain in Idaho. Janna shares her journey from a ski-loving child to a professional snowboarder and eventually a ski patrol leader. We learn about what it means to be a Ski Patrol Director, overseeing ski patrol operations, including the use of explosives for avalanche control and managing medical emergencies on the mountain. Janna discusses the daily challenges of ski patrol, from unpredictable schedules to handling serious injuries. She emphasizes the importance of flexibility in hiring and scheduling to attract and retain women in ski patrol, noting that at Brundage, 42% of patrollers are women, compared to the national average of 23%. We discuss the qualifications needed for ski patrol, such as Outdoor Emergency Care certification or EMT training, and the physical skills required to operate rescue toboggans. Janna offers valuable safety tips for skiers and snowboarders, including the importance of pre-season fitness, knowing emergency contact numbers, and following the skier's responsibility code. We loved learning about the apres ski scene in McCall, Idaho,  which includes activities like hockey, snowmobiling to hot springs, and local dining.Resources: Keep up witShop the Diamant Weekend Warrior Bag at www.diamantskiing.com and use code SKIMOMS to save 20%Invest in your season with this TSA Approved carry-on boot bag, it's a game changer and built to last. Head to skihaus.com/jr-lease-trade-in to get more details on the Junior Trade-In Program. Visit Ski Haus in Woburn, Framingham, or Salem, NH, or go to skihaus.com. Get your free tickets HERE with code SKIMOMSWe're headed to the Snowbound Expo in Boston and can't wait to see you November 15-17, 2024 at the BCEC! The schedule is packed with adventurers and athletes from the Northeast Coast of America who are known for their incredible feats in the winter scene! Ready for your next adventure? Download the Vrbo app or check out Vrbo.com for trusted, family-friendly getaways and plan a stay everyone will love! Support the showKeep up with the Latest from the Ski Moms!Website: www.skimomsfun.comSki Moms Discount Page: https://skimomsfun.com/discountsSki Moms Ski Rental HomesJoin the 10,000+ Ski Moms Facebook GroupInstagram: https://instagram.com/skimomsfun Send us an email and let us know what guests and topics you'd like to hear next! Sarah@skimomsfun.comNicole@skimomsfun.com

Marble Mountain will see big changes this winter season. In August, the leadership at the ski resort decided it would no longer have volunteer patrollers, ending an over 50-year partnership with the Canadian Ski Patrol. The staff at Marble Mountain haven't given a reason for the decision. Meaghan Kells is President of the Atlantic/East Division of the Canadian Ski Patrol, and she spoke with CBC's Colleen Connors.

Show Notes On this week's podcast, Dean joins Dan and Kris for the SAG Cartoon Express! This month's stop was the Video Power episode Ski Patrol, where someone kills a man with a basketball and a monster truck uses a series of boats as skis. It isn't good television, but was it worse than Donkey Kong Country? We'll find out! At the top of the show, Dean gets ever closer to having his own house, and continues to enjoy his time with Steamworld Heist. Dan's cancer treatments are going great, but he's been buried under the weight of his massive Steam catalog. And Kris had a stressful week, but still managed to try the new Geometry Dash demake and spend some more time with Zelda. Oh, and his Hatch Tales code came through! Finally, in Week Old News, competing GameAwards choose to celebrate, and degenerate the game industry, Sega' Shinobi heads to the movies, Halo Studios forms, and more! What's New at Stone Age Gamer NES Hub RetroTime SNES Add-On Adapter for NES HUB Useful Links Support us on Patreon StoneAgeGamer.com The Gratuitous Rainbow Spectrum Safe at Home Rescue Shoot the Moon Stitches Art of Angela SAG's theme Song “Squared Roots” by Banjo Guy Ollie Social Stuff Join us on Discord! Stone Age Gamer YouTube Twitch Geekade Facebook Stone Age Gamer Facebook Geekade Twitter Stone Age Gamer Twitter Geekade Instagram Stone Age Gamer Instagram YouTube Geekade Contact Us Break Music Famidash - Stereo Madness Tetris - BGM 2 Dookie Demastered - Welcome to Paradise Video Power - Theme Song

Dr. Shafer Stedron, MD is a mother, physician, board-certified neurologist, and Jay Shetty Certified Life Coach, with a focus on helping others reclaim their stories and hone their focus. She is also a musician, writer, and publisher, dedicated to supporting others on their journeys of growth and improved health through storytelling. Raised in the Midwest, Dr. Shafer began her career as a professional singer, songwriter, and producer at just 14 years old. With a bright future ahead, she was accepted to NYU's School of Music Business and was working in NYC. However, at 20, she married and her life took a different path. For the next two decades, she devoted herself to everything but her marriage to stay in it. During this time, she returned to the Midwest, worked three jobs, earned a degree in psychology, attended medical school, and completed a neurology residency at Indiana University. She then moved to rural Northern Michigan, far from family and friends, where she found herself increasingly isolated and solely focused on her family. Eventually, Dr. Shafer realized that her world had become too small, and she needed to make significant changes, no matter how daunting. After enduring a challenging divorce with young children, she learned to redirect her energy away from her immediate circumstances and toward her goals, taking actionable steps to achieve them. Dr. Shafer supported her daughter in publishing two books, starting the podcast What's Up Young Authors!, and pursuing philanthropic efforts to support wildlife and the humane society. Together, they founded Little House of Dreams, a publishing company dedicated to helping young authors realize their dreams of writing and publishing their books. Dr. Shafer also authored her book, currently in pre-publication, which tells the story of a boy who loves his brightly colored blocks and explores how a mother relates to her neurodiverse son, helping him navigate daily challenges and learn to self-regulate. After becoming a Certified Life Coach through the Jay Shetty Program, Dr. Shafer launched her own life coaching business, where she empowers others to reclaim their stories, sharpen their focus, and take actionable steps toward building a beautiful future and achieving their goals. She has also created a range of supportive content, from music to reels and articles, which resonated deeply with those facing similar life challenges. This led her to start her podcast, Talks with Dr. Shafer, where she shares solo episodes filled with encouraging and inspiring content based on her own experiences, as well as guest episodes featuring individuals who generously use their energy and expertise to help others on their paths to growth and self-awareness. Dr. Shafer also founded an online community, We Don't Tell Our Stories, to support victims of domestic abuse by sharing resources that help them regain self-awareness and encourage them to reclaim their lives. Fulfilling a lifelong dream, she joined the Ski Patrol, an opportunity she had long desired but was not “permitted” to pursue during her marriage. This became one of the first endeavors she embraced after choosing freedom, and the camaraderie, support, and community she found were instrumental in helping her regain self-confidence and move forward on her journey to becoming the woman she is today. Learn more about her mission at www.drshaferstedronova.com and connect with her on social media at https://qr.fm/l9kXKj.

What's the most embarrassing thing you've ever done in public without anyone noticing?? "My ski sweater got wrapped around the tow rope skiing, I got lifted all the way up to the bull wheel and Ski Patrol had to get up on a ladder and cut me down!! Oof." "I left the ladies room with toilet paper from covering the seat, stuck in my pants. It dragged behind me as I walked down the hall back to my table were my husband said, "what is that?" "I got traveler's "upset tummy" on the way back from deployment and had to throw out the undies in the Baltimore airport." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

What's the most embarrassing thing you've ever done in public without anyone noticing?? "My ski sweater got wrapped around the tow rope skiing, I got lifted all the way up to the bull wheel and Ski Patrol had to get up on a ladder and cut me down!! Oof." "I left the ladies room with toilet paper from covering the seat, stuck in my pants. It dragged behind me as I walked down the hall back to my table were my husband said, "what is that?" "I got traveler's "upset tummy" on the way back from deployment and had to throw out the undies in the Baltimore airport." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This interview is with Peter Ballentine, a guy who lives life large!!! We get into a terrible crash in his 911 Porsche in San Francisco, Near Death Hypothermia on the Snake River, and a Firey Crash on his BMW Motorcycle when he went through a Black Angus Cow in the dark coming home from Jackson Hole Wyoming!!! Peter is an action hero and should have been a stunt man in the movies. Here, is Peter B ....Enjoy!! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bob-howard9/message

In this episode Matt and Kyle give their reactions to the entire Mission Impossible movie series starring Prime Time Tom Cruise, which they just watched in it's entirety. They also discuss Kyle's recent run in with Ski Patrol for being too sick at skiing, Larry the Cable Guy, and Nick Swardson's recent comedy debacle in Colorado

Subscriber-only episodeTHANK YOU FOR BEING A SUBSCRIBER In this episode we meet Robyn Gelfand, the National Program Director at She Jumps, an organization that empowers women and girls to enjoy the outdoors through hosted events, educational clinics, and fundraising climbs. She Jumps participants join for a wide variety of outdoor activities where they learn skills ranging from wilderness survival to mountaineering to outdoor medicine and more. Robyn started skiing around 3 years old in the Poconos (PA), and recalls wonderful family ski trips across New England and Colorado.  Robyn started a ski club in high school as a way to get more of her friends on the snow and later joined her college ski club (go UVA! wahoo) and other outdoor activities.  Robyn walks us through her career path that started in marketing, but she kept feeling the pull of the outdoors.  The stars aligned, and Robyn found an opportunity at Outward Bound in Portland, Oregon. Later, Robyn transitioned to her position at She Jumps, and she gives us insights into her role, program funding and fundraising events. We also learn about the amazing variety of outdoor programs that are offered through SheJumps from junior ski patrol to outdoor survival skills. Be sure to mark your calendars, the She Jumps Snowpack Scholarship will open on Oct 1, 2024.Robyn tells us about her home mountain of Mt Hood and what makes it such a special ski area. Keep up with the Latest from She JumpsWebsite: https://www.shejumps.orgInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/shejumps/?hl=enFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/SheJumps/Keep up with the Latest from the Ski Moms!Website: www.skimomsfun.comSki Moms Discount Page: https://skimomsfun.com/discountsSki Moms Ski Rental HomesJoin the 10,000+ Ski Moms Facebook GroupInstagram: https://instagram.com/skimomsfun Send us an email and let us know what guests and topics you'd like to hear next! Sarah@skimomsfun.comNicole@skimomsfun.com

Become a Premium Subscriber and Support the Ski Moms for $3/monthIn this episode we meet Robyn Gelfand, the National Program Director at She Jumps, an organization that empowers women and girls to enjoy the outdoors through hosted events, educational clinics, and fundraising climbs. She Jumps participants join for a wide variety of outdoor activities where they learn skills ranging from wilderness survival to mountaineering to outdoor medicine and more. Robyn started skiing around 3 years old in the Poconos (PA), and recalls wonderful family ski trips across New England and Colorado.  Robyn started a ski club in high school as a way to get more of her friends on the snow and later joined her college ski club (go UVA! wahoo) and other outdoor activities.  Robyn walks us through her career path that started in marketing, but she kept feeling the pull of the outdoors.  The stars aligned, and Robyn found an opportunity at Outward Bound in Portland, Oregon. Later, Robyn transitioned to her position at She Jumps, and she gives us insights into her role, program funding and fundraising events. We alsoSHOP IKSPLORFrom infants to grown-ups, Iksplor crafts their layers from premium 100% merino wool. Ski Moms members can save 10% off with code: SKIMOM on the Iksplor website. Discover why every adventure feels better when wrapped in the comfort of Iksplor. Hearty, yummy and perfect for wintery nights in. This digital cookbook brings the very best easy and delicious recipes for you and your family. All recipes were developed by ski moms. 36 tried and true ski mom recipes. Shop the Ski Moms Cookbook here. Head to the Ski Moms Merch shop here. As always, 10% of proceeds go to support the Share Winter Foundation. Save 20% off your Skida orders https://skida.com/discount/SKIMOMS20Skida is committed to local production, limited edition products, and a fresh perspective.Each season Skida delights old and new brand fans with whimsical prints for everyone in the family (including dogs!). Practical and pretty, layering on Skida pieces for your winter adventures feels like bringing along a friend. Support the showKeep up with the Latest from the Ski Moms!Website: www.skimomsfun.comSki Moms Discount Page: https://skimomsfun.com/discountsSki Moms Ski Rental HomesJoin the 10,000+ Ski Moms Facebook GroupInstagram: https://instagram.com/skimomsfun Send us an email and let us know what guests and topics you'd like to hear next! Sarah@skimomsfun.comNicole@skimomsfun.com

“A comedy with flakes.”   “Ski Patrol is a 1990 American comedy film directed by Richard Correll and starring Roger Rose, Yvette Nipar, Paul Feig, T. K. Carter, Leslie Jordan, George Lopez, Ray Walston, and Martin Mull.”   Show Links Trailer: https://youtu.be/qggFUkhuV84?si=GSjy1ugSdU8XSZIb   Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ski_Patrol_(1990_film)   Just Watch: https://www.justwatch.com/us/movie/ski-patrol   Socials Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/@moviewavepod   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moviewavepod   Letterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/moviewavepod/   Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/user/moviewavepod   TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@moviewavepod   Twitter (X): https://twitter.com/moviewavepod   Buy Me A Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/moviewavepod   Intro/Outro Sample Credits “Aiwa CX-930 VHS VCR Video Cassette Recorder.wav” by Pixabay “Underwater Ambience” by Pixabay “waves crashing into shore parkdale beach” by Pixabay   Movie Wave is a part of Pie Hat Productions.

When the mountains call, you answer. That's exactly what happened to Mt. Bachelor Sr. Mountain operations manager Betsy Norsen, choosing powder over the courtroom, and it's a decision that's echoed in the stories you'll hear on this first episode in a two part series.  Hear from Mt. Bachelor's dedicated ski patrol director, Dave Thomas, and the hearts behind the Avalanche Dog Program, Betsy Norsen and Drew Clendenen as they share  their thoughts on creating a career in the mountains and the life events that have led them there. Support The Circling Podcast:Email us at: thecirclingpodcast@bendmagazine.comJoin the Circling membership: patreon.com/Thecirclingpodcast NOTA Visual Show Notes: https://nota.fm/thecirclingFollow us on Instagram @thecirclingpodcast @bendmagazineCover Song by: @theerinsmusic on InstagramBend Magazine: https://bendmagazine.comBOSS Sports Performance: https://www.bosssportsperformance.comBack Porch Coffee: https://www.backporchcoffeeroasters.comStory Booth: https://storyboothexperience.com/#introRemember, the health of our community, relies on us!

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This podcast hit paid subscribers' inboxes on Oct. 13. It dropped for free subscribers on Oct. 20. To receive future pods as soon as they're live, and to support independent ski journalism, please consider an upgrade to a paid subscription. You can also subscribe to the free tier below:WhoAmy Ohran, Vice President and General Manager of Northstar, CaliforniaRecorded onOctober 2, 2023About NorthstarClick here for a mountain stats overviewOwned by: EPR Properties, operated by Vail ResortsLocated in: Truckee, CaliforniaYear founded: 1972Pass affiliations:* Epic Pass: unlimited* Epic Local Pass: unlimited with holiday blackouts* Tahoe Local: unlimited with holiday blackouts* Tahoe Value: unlimited with holiday and Saturday blackouts* Epic Day Pass: access with all resorts and 32-resorts tiersClosest neighboring ski areas: Boreal (:21), Tahoe Donner (:22), Palisades Tahoe (:25), Diamond Peak (:25), Soda Springs (:25), Kingvale (:27), Sugar Bowl (:28), Donner Ski Ranch (:29), Mt. Rose (:30), Homewood (:35), Heavenly (:57) - travel times vary considerably pending traffic, weather, and time of year.Base elevation: 6,330 feet (at the village)Summit elevation: 8,610 feet (top of Mt. Pluto)Vertical drop: 2,280 feetSkiable Acres: 3,170 acresAverage annual snowfall: 350 inchesTrail count: 100 (27% advanced, 60% intermediate, 13% beginner)Lift count: 20 (1 six-passenger gondola, 1 pulse gondola, 1 six/eight-passenger chondola, 1 high-speed six pack, 6 high-speed quads, 1 fixed-grip quad, 2 triples, 1 platter, 1 ropetow, 5 carpets – view Lift Blog's inventory of Northstar's lift fleet)Why I interviewed herI am slowly working my way through the continent's great ski regions. Aspen, Vail, Beaver Creek, Ski Cooper, Keystone, Breckenridge, and A-Basin along the I-70 corridor (Copper is coming). Snowbird, Solitude, Deer Valley, Sundance, and Snowbasin in the Wasatch (Park City is next). Jay Peak, Smugglers' Notch, Bolton Valley, Mad River Glen, Sugarbush, and Killington in Northern Vermont.I'm a little behind in Tahoe. Before today, the only entrants into this worthy tome have been with the leaders of Palisades Tahoe and Heavenly. But I'm working my way around the lake. Northstar today. Mount Rose in November. I'll get to the rest as soon as I'm able (you can always access the full podcast archive, and view the upcoming schedule, here or from the stormskiing.com homepage).I don't only cover megaresorts, of course, and the episodes with family-owned ski area operators always resonate deeply with my listeners. Many of you would prefer that I focus my energies solely on these under-covered gems. But corporate megaresorts matter a lot. They are where the vast majority of skier visits occur, and therefore are the backdrop to most skiers' wintertime stories. I personally love skiing them. They tend to be vast and varied, with excellent lift networks and gladed kingdoms mostly ignored by the masses. The “corporate blandness” so abhorred by posturing Brobots is, in practice, a sort of urban myth of the mountains. Vail Mountain and Stowe have as much quirk and character as Alta and Mad River Glen. Anyone who tells you different either hasn't skied them all, or is confusing popularity with soullessness.Every ski area guards terrain virtues that no amount of marketing can beat out of it. Northstar has plenty: expansive glades, big snowfalls, terrific park, long fall-line runs. Unfortunately, the mountain is the LA Clippers of Lake Tahoe, overshadowed, always, by big Palisades, the LA Lakers of big-time Cali skiing.But Northstar is a hella good ski area, as any NoCal shredder who's honest with themselves will admit. It's not KT-22, but it isn't trying to be. Most skier fantasize about lapping the Mothership, just as, I suppose, many playground basketball players fantasize about dunking from the freethrow line. In truth, most are better off lobbing shots from 15 feet out, just as most skiers are going to have a better day off Martis or Backside at Northstar than off the beastly pistes five miles southwest. But that revelation, relatively easy to arrive at, can be hard for progression-minded skiers to admit. And Northstar, because of that, often doesn't get the credit it deserves. But it's worth a deeper look.What we talked aboutTahoe's incredible 2022-23 winter; hey where'd our trail signs go?; comparing last year's big winter to the record 2016-17 season; navigating the Cottonwoods in a VW Bug; old-school Cottonwoods; rock-climbing as leadership academy; Bend in the 1990s; how two of Tahoe's smallest ski areas stay relevant in a land of giants; the importance of parks culture to Northstar; trying to be special in Tahoe's all-star lineup; Northstar's natural wind protection; who really owns Northstar; potential expansions on Sawtooth Ridge, Lookout Mountain, and Sawmill; potential terrain expansion within the current footprint; last year's Comstock lift upgrade; contemplating the future of the Rendezvous lift; which lift upgrade could come next; the proposed Castle Peak transport gondola; paid parking; the Epic Pass; a little-known benefit of the Tahoe Local Pass; the impact of Saturday blackouts; and Tōst.Why I thought that now was a good time for this interviewVail Resorts' 2022 Epic Lift upgrade struck me as a mind-bending exercise. Not just because the company was attempting to build 21 new lifts in a single summer (they managed to complete 18), but because that number represents a fraction of Vail's hundreds of lifts across its 37 North American resorts. Vail Mountain alone houses 18 high-speed chairlifts and two gondolas. Park City owns 16 detachables. Whistler has six or nine gondolas – depending on how you count them – and 13 high-speed chairs. You can keep counting through Heavenly, Breckenridge, Keystone – how do you even maintain such a sprawling network, let alone continue to upgrade it?Northstar managed to snag a piece of Vail's largess, securing a four-to-six replacement for the Comstock Express. It was just the third major lift upgrade since Vail bought the joint in 2010, following the 2011 addition of the Promised Land Express quad and the 2015 replacement of the Big Springs Gondola. So why Comstock? And what's next for a ski area with a trio of high-speed quads (Arrow, Backside, Vista), that are approaching that 30-year expiration date for first-generation detachable lifts?Tahoe is also one of several U.S. ski regions coping with a generational crisis of untenable congestion and cost. The culprits, in no particular order, are an over-reliance on individual automobiles as the primary mechanism of ski resort access, megapasses that enable and empower more frequent skiing, a Covid-driven exodus from cities, a permanent shift to remote work, short-term rentals choking local housing stock, and reflexive opposition to any development of any kind by an array of NIMBYs and leaf defenders.Northstar, an enormous and easy-to-access megaresort owned by the world's largest ski area operator and seated in America's most populous state, sits in the bullseye of several of these megatrends. The resort is responding with a big toolbox, tiering access across a variety of Epic Passes, implementing a partial paid parking plan, and continuing a masterplan that would increase on-mountain beds and decrease automobile congestion. Like every ski area, it's a work in progress, never quite finished and never quite perfect, but tiptoeing maybe a little closer to it every year.What I got wrongAbout the relative size of NorthstarI noted in Ohran's podcast intro that Northstar was America's ninth largest ski area. That's technically still true, but once Steamboat officially opens its Mahogany Ridge expansion this winter, the Alterra-owned resort will shoot up to the number eight spot, kicking Northstar down to number 10. Looking a few years down the road, Deer Valley is set to demote Northstar to number 11, once Mt. Fancypants completes its 3,700-acre expansion (boosting the mountain to 5,726 acres), and takes the fourth-place spot between Big Sky and Vail Mountain.About the coming ski seasonI noted that Northstar was opening, “probably around Thanksgiving.” The resort's scheduled opening date is Nov. 17.About Powdr's Tahoe complexI asked Ohran about her experience running Powdr's “three ski areas” in Tahoe, before correcting that to “two ski areas.” The confusion stemmed from the three distinct brands that Powdr operates in Tahoe: the Soda Springs ski area, the Boreal ski area, and the Woodward terrain park. While these are distinct brands, Woodward's winter facilities are part of Boreal ski area:Why you should ski NorthstarThe Brobots won't do much to surprise or interest you. That's why they're the Brobots. Rote takes, recited like multiplication tables, lacking nuance or context, designed to pledge allegiance to Brobot Nation. The Brobots hate Vail and the Ikon Pass. They despise “corporate” skiing, without ever defining what that is. They rage against ski-town congestion and traffic, while reflexively opposing any solutions that would require change of any kind. They worship dive bars, weed, and beanie caps. They despise tourists, chairlift safety bars, slopeside condos, and paid parking of any kind. They are the Brobots.Lake Tah-Bro is a subspecies of Brobotus Americanus. Lake Tah-Bro wishes you weren't here, but since you are, he wants you to understand his commandments. One of which is this: “Flatstar” is not cool. Like you. Real-ass skiers ski Palisades (steep), Alpine (chill), or Kirkwood (wild). But OK, if you must, go see for yourself. Tah-Bro won't be joining you. He has to go buy a six-pack of craft beer to celebrate his six-month anniversary of moving here from Virginia, while tapping out a Tweet reminding everyone that he's a local.It must be an exhausting way to live, having to constantly remind everyone how ridiculously cool you are. But luckily for you, I don't care about being cool. I'm a dad with two kids. I drive a minivan. I drink Miller Lite and rarely drive past a Taco Bell. My musical tastes are straightforward and mainstream. I track my ski days on an app and take a lot of pictures. I am not 100 percent sure which brand of ski boots I own (I trusted the bootfitter). My primary Brobot trait is that I like to ski mostly off-piste. Otherwise you can call me Sir Basic Bro. Or don't. I won't see it anyway – I stopped reading social media comments a long time ago.Brah do you have a point here? Yes. My point is this: I am supremely qualified to tell you that Northstar is a great ski area. It is huge. It is interesting. It has more glades than you could manage if you spent all winter trying. It is threaded with an excellent high-speed lift network that, during the week, rarely has an over-abundance of skiers to actually ride it. You can cruise the wide-open or sail the empty trees. Park Brahs can park-out on the Vista Park Brah.But if you take my advice and lap the place for an afternoon and find that it's just too flat for your radness, simply ask Ski Patrol if you can borrow a pair of scissors. Then cut the sleeves off your jacket and all under-layers, and descend each run in an arms-up posture of supreme muscle-itude. Everyone will be aware of and in awe of your studliness, and know that you are only skiing Flatstar as a sort of joke, the mountain a prop to your impossibly cool lifestyle. Your Instapost followers will love it.Podcast NotesOn Tahoe's competitive landscapeTahoe hosts one of the densest clusters of ski areas in North America. Here are the 16 currently in operation:On Northstar's masterplan Northstar's 2017 masterplan outlines several potential expansions, each of which we discuss in the podcast:On the “My Epic” appOhran referenced Vail's new My Epic app, which I devoted a section to explaining in the article accompanying my recent Keystone podcast. The Epic Pass website notes that the app will be “launching in October.”On Northstar's original brand campaignI couldn't find any relics from Northstar's 1972 “Everything in the middle of nowhere” ad campaign. I did, however, find this 1978 trailmap noting that all-day adult lift tickets cost $13:That's $64.02 adjusted for inflation, in case you're wondering.The Sierra Sun ran a nice little history of Northstar last year, in honor of the resort's 50-year anniversary:On Dec. 22, 1972, Northstar-at-Tahoe began spinning its original five lifts, operating under the motto “Everything in the middle of nowhere.” The first lifts were given alphabetic names A, B, C, and D. A T-chair provided access to mid-mountain from the village. The cost for an adult to ski for the day in 1972 was $8, gear could be rented for $7.50, and a room for the night at the resort was $30. …The 1980s brought further growth to the resort and in 1988 the first snowboarders took their turns at the resort. That year, George N. Gillett Jr., president of Colorado's Vail Associates purchased Northstar-at-Tahoe. By 1992, Gillett had run into financial troubles and lost Vail Associates. Gillett managed to come away with enough resources to form Booth Creek Ski Holdings, Inc. Gillett's new company focused on real estate development and creating multi-season resorts. In 1996, the company acquired Northstar-at-Tahoe, Sierra-at-Tahoe, and Bear Mountain for $127 million, and began developing the Big Springs area at Northstar. …The new millennium brought with it a joint venture between Booth Creek Ski Holdings and East West Partners with the aim to complete the resort's real estate and mountain development plan. The first phase of the project opened in 2004 and included the foundation for the village along with the completion of Iron Horse North, Iron Horse South, and the Great Bear Lodge buildings. The ice rink and surrounding commercial space were completed during this time. Skiers and riders were also treated to new terrain with the installation of Lookout Lift.From 2005 through 2008 work continued at the base of the mountain to complete the gondola building along with the Catamount and Big Horn buildings in the village. Collaboration between East West Partners and Hyatt Corp also began at this time, leading to the Northstar Lodge Hyatt project. The first building was started in May 2007 and completed in December 2008. Along with these came the Village Swim & Fitness center and the Highlands Gondola from the Northstar Lodge to The Ritz-Carlton Hotel and neighboring building.In 2010, Vail Resorts, Inc., entered the fray and purchased Northstar-at-Tahoe from Booth Creek for $63 million, and later renamed it Northstar California Resort.On Matt JonesOhran mentions Kirkwood GM Matt Jones once or twice during the pod, which we recorded on Oct. 2. This past Tuesday, Oct. 10, Alterra announced that they had hired Jones as the new president and chief operating officer of Stratton, Vermont.On that deep deep winterWhen I was skiing around Northstar in March, I snagged a bunch of hey-where'd-the-world-go shots of stuff buried in snow:The Storm explores the world of lift-served skiing year-round. Join us.The Storm publishes year-round, and guarantees 100 articles per year. This is article 85/100 in 2023, and number 471 since launching on Oct. 13, 2019. Want to send feedback? Reply to this email and I will answer (unless you sound insane, or, more likely, I just get busy). You can also email skiing@substack.com. Get full access to The Storm Skiing Journal and Podcast at www.stormskiing.com/subscribe

Sean Evangelista is a former Tier One Navy SEAL and the founder of "30 Seconds Out". We discuss his traumatic childhood, going through the "Scared Straight" program, climbing, his journey into the Navy, his perspective on war, his transition story, mountaineering, Ski Patrol, entrepreneurship and so much more.

In this episode we have a fascinating conversation, we have an incredible interview with a true renaissance man, Emil Sante. With an impressive background as a paramedic, ski patroller, search and rescue member, and even a coroner, Emil has truly seen it all. From his adventures on treacherous mountainsides to the solemn duties of unravelling the mysteries of death, Emil's stories will leave you on the edge of your seat. So sit back, relax, and prepare to be captivated by the remarkable tales of Emil Sante, the composed paramedic, ski patroller, search and rescue hero, and coroner. Emil Sante is the Lieutenant Paramedic for the Telluride Fire Protection District. He has amassedan incredibly diverse and dynamic career with 26 years in EMS, 25 years in SkiPatrol, 12 years as a extremely rural County Coroner, and 5 years as a flight medic. He has always been willing to step up and serve the needs of hiscommunity in remote San Miguel County Colorado.

In this episode of The Real ResQ, we are joined by Brian Fishbook, a Ski Patrol, Hoist Operator and Paramedic from Canada. Growing up around the Vancouver, Canada and Whistler area, Brian has seen some amazing things in his 26 years as a ski patroller.  He recalls several “first” rescues on the mountains, from a simple broken wrist walking to the ski patrol lodge, to a major head injury and seizure in extreme cold weather.  We then talk about his first and second longline rescues. These stories are about a kid who went off trail and was stuck for the night and a guy stuck in a ‘snow mushroom'.  Next, Brian tells us about a time one of his partners got stuck in an avalanche and another time the two of them survived a helicopter engine flameout. We get back to another first when he was part of the team to complete the very first RAPATTACK rescue of an injured fireman. Our last two stories are some of his most memorable rescues.  At the 2010 Winter Olympics, he was called to help an injured skier who crashed on the course.  The next was an X Games skier who had a terrible crash on an attempted jump.  We finish our conversation with what he does to help with avalanche prevention, by blowing the snow up!  Enjoy!   https://therealresq.com/home https://www.facebook.com/therealresq https://www.instagram.com/therealresq   Thank you for sponsoring this episode of The Real ResQ; Breeze-Eastern, https://www.breeze-eastern.com/ Axnes, https://www.axnes.com/ SR3 Rescue Concepts, https://sr3rescueconcepts.com Airwaav, https://airwaav.com/ VersaLifts https://vlifts.com/

It's been one heck of a snow season for the Sierra Nevada mountains. In this special episode of Bush & Banter, co-host Jennifer Mabus interviews Ned Tibbits, Founder and Educator of Mountain Education Inc., on how to safely trek through ice and snow. Tibbits has been a wilderness instructor for the last 40 years and was in the first batch of thru-hikers to ever hike the Pacific Crest Trail back in 1974.Tibbits has worked as an urban and rural paramedic, USFS Wilderness Ranger in the Sierra National Forest, volunteer & professional Ski Patrol in Lake Tahoe, CA, Federal Emergency Manager (FEMA), Sheriff's Department volunteer Search & Rescue in Lake Tahoe, CA, adjunct instructor for an Emergency Medical Technician, and so much more. His accomplishments include thru-hiking the Pacific Crest Trail in 1974 and the Continental Divide Trail in 1980, as well as completing a 5,000 mile bicycle-camping trip in Europe in 1979.He currently heads Mountain Education Inc. (MEI), which is a completely FREE wilderness school "to teach aspiring hikers what they need to know and do in order to have safe, fun, and personally rewarding outings in our awesome wilderness heritage!" MEI is a non-profit, public charity wilderness school that was founded in 1982. Learn more at https://mountaineducation.org/Where to find Bush & Banter: Follow Bush & Banter on Instagram: @bushandbanter E-mail Bush & Banter: bushandbanter@gmail.com Visit Bush & Banter's website: www.bushandbanter.com Follow Dyana on Instagram: @dyanacarmella Follow Jennifer on Instagram: @thewhimsicalwoman

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1:48: Green Tea facts.5:06: Last show for probably three weeks.6:00: Molly's running around like a chicken with her head cut-off.7:27: Our lives are kind of in seasons with work and things.9:30: Gardening plans and managing a greenhouse.11:08: Our kids love basil.13:12: Going non-stop, some housekeeping and our Telegram group.14:07: Snow conditions.16:04: Ski Patrol spring evac and a gnarly day.23:10: JR's personal bible study/devotional - Be Thou My Vision.28:32: Molly's personal bible study/devotional.34:24: Going slowly through Philippians and seeing it's reality.37:03: Kids' friendship update, 5th grade girls and enigmas in 2nd grade, shorter dates and more structure.46:44: “It takes meeting at a bar to be friends!”51:53: Walter at Goodwill schools Molly on reparations. Canavox vid.57:44: Chicken update!

In this episode we review the available evidence, and the pros and cons, of using mechanical CPR devices like the LUCAS or Autopulse for ski patrol and mountain rescue applications. Episode links:CPR With a Lucas Device - An example video from EMS trainingViglino et. al. - Outcomes of On-Hill Cardiac Arrests - More saves, probably because of younger patients, bystander CPR, shockable rhythms, and shorter time to defib.WMS Guidelines on the Care of Avalanche Victims - Recommends LUCAS use for prolonged transports and extrications.Putzer et. al. - LUCAS in Simulated Helicopter Rescue"Physical strain during a realistic alpine rescue mission scenario at high altitude led to a significant reduction in quality of resuscitation. Resuscitation guidelines developed at sea level are not directly applicable in the mountain terrain."Wang et. al. - CPR Quality at Altitude, Unacclimatized RescuersEgger et. al. - CPR Quality at High Altitude, Acclimatized RescuersCascade Rescue 'Trauma One' TobogganYouTube: Alyeska Resort Patrol High Performance CPR in TobogganAs always, thanks for listening to Wilderness Medicine Updates, hosted by Patrick Fink MD. Connect with us by email at wildernessmedicineupdates@gmail.com.You can pay us a compliment and share the show with a new listener on any popular platform here.

GOT A QUESTION? Anything goes! Just leave a quick voice mail and I'll answer it on the show! 206-926-1522 BBK Bookstore is here In this episode, Amy talks to a mom about what to do after her young son gets ahold of a racy book on Kindle Unlimited.  Also, how to handle the talks when parents disagree on how to have them. If you want to check it out (and buy it) Ganged by the Ski Patrol Sexual Values & Attitudes handout Other resources My new book! Sex Talks with Tweens: What to Say & How to Say It is all scripts and some tips!  Sign up for my news letter and get helpful 7 Tips to Have Great Birds & Bees Talks –   Birds & Bees & Kids  The podcast can only get you so far...The Birds & Bees Solutions Center can help you become the trustworthy adult you didn't have and your kid's go-to person. Includes group coaching, special topic webinars and a massive library of resources Use coupon code PODCAST for $10 off. Need more help? Schedule a Quickie Consult! Work with kids? Visit my site for professionals BBKpros.com Other resources Stop It Now – Sexual Abuse Prevention info and support RAINN – National Sexual Assault Hotline. Free. Confidential. BARK – Monitoring and filtering (US only)  Qustodio – Monitoring and filtering (outside US)    Facebook Instagram Website  

In this episode, Ryan and Alex discuss how to build out your own financial plan. You will also find a copy of this plan on our website www.QuantifiedFinancial.com  or click HERE  The beer of the day is Ski Patrol by Dru Bru. To learn more about this beer, please visit their website https://www.drubru.com/beer-for-sale/ To learn more about Quantified Financial Partners, please visit our website www.beerandmoney.net  

Hanging at the mall, shopping on Amazon. American flags: Designed in the USA, Made in China. Impostor moms trying to come backstage. Getting certified for Ski Patrol. The challenges of following your calling. Finishing our second album, Sea of Faces. Going on tour with Audio Adrenaline and Mercy Me. Playing with RC cars on tour. Epic prank night shenanigans. On this episode of Rock in a Hard Place, James and Jon Micah recount the harrowing story of January, 2004 - “The Gates of Hell Shall Not Prevail Tour.” Tow trucks, rental cars, and sketchy kidnapper vans. Sometimes ministry feels like you keep getting punched in the face over and over.

1:48: Ski Patrol training and tree wells6:07: Mixing shows and Star Wars7:20: Bacon fig jam9:30: Bible Project's Introductory to the Psalms12:00: More struggles with our daughter16:01: Repentance and specificity19:48: There is truth in confessing more but…22:30: Depression and confession [Spiritual Depression, Martin Lloyd-Jones]25:50: Using the gospel as law and Jesus Juking28:03: What you must do to experience fulfillment30:54: Lecturing kids and the law33:41: Why does James call the NT law perfect but then calls it Liberty35:23: The importance of leaning in to God's perfect law as people who chafe against rules37:06: Start with the question of who God is37:43: Practical examples for the kids41:54: You're going to feel like a slave43:30: History of the Christmas Hymn: Joy To The World48:52: Show CloseToo Busy to Flush Telegram GroupGet $10 in Bitcoin! (Gemini App)Pique Tea - Referral Link (Website)

This podcast hit paid subscribers' inboxes on Jan. 13. It dropped for free subscribers on Jan. 16. To receive future pods as soon as they're live and to support independent ski journalism, please consider an upgrade to a paid subscription.WhoJim van Löben Sels, General Manager of Mt. Spokane, WashingtonRecorded onJanuary 9, 2023About Mt. SpokaneClick here for a mountain stats overviewOwned by: Mt. Spokane 2000, a nonprofit groupPass affiliations: Freedom Pass – 3 days each at these 20 ski areasReciprocal partners: 3 days each at Mt. Ashland, Mount Bohemia, Great Divide, Loup Loup, Lee Canyon, Snow King, White Pass, Ski CooperLocated in: Mt. Spokane State Park, WashingtonYear opened: 1938Closest neighboring ski areas: 49 Degrees North (1 hour, 45 minutes), Silver Mountain (1 hour, 45 minutes), Schweitzer (2 hours, 10 minutes) – travel times may vary considerably in winterBase elevation: 3,818 feetSummit elevation: 5,889 feetVertical drop: 2,071 feetSkiable Acres: 1,704Average annual snowfall: 300 inchesTrail count: 52 (15% advanced/expert, 62% intermediate, 23% beginner)Lift count: 7­­ (1 triple, 5 doubles, 1 carpet)Why I interviewed himPerception is a funny thing. In my Michigan-anchored teenage ski days any bump rolling more than one chairlift uphill seemed impossibly complex and interesting. Caberfae (200 acres), Crystal (103), Shanty Creek (80), and Nub's Nob (248 acres today, much smaller at the time) hit as vast and interesting worlds. That set my bar low. It's stayed there. Living now within two and a half hours of a dozen thousand-plus-footers feels extraordinary. In less than an instant I can be there, lost in it. Teleportation by minivan.Go west and they think different. By the millions skiers pound up I-70 through an Eisenhower Tunnel framed by Loveland, to ski over the pass. Breck, Keystone, Copper, A-Basin, Vail, Beaver Creek – all amazing. But Loveland covers 1,800 acres standing on 2,210 vertical feet – how many Colorado tourists have never touched the place? How many locals?It seems skiers often confuse size with infrastructure. Loveland has one high-speed chairlift. Beaver Creek has 13. But the ski area's footprint is only 282 acres larger than Loveland's. Are fast lift rides worth an extra 50 miles of interstate evacuation drills? It seems that, for many people, they are.We could repeat that template all over the West. But Washington is the focus today. And Mt. Spokane. At 1,704 acres, it's larger than White Pass (1,402 acres), Stevens Pass (1,125), or Mt. Baker (1,000), and just a touch smaller than Summit at Snoqualmie (1,996). But outside of Spokane (metro population, approximately 600,000), who skis it? Pretty much no one.Why is that? Maybe it's the lift fleet, anchored by five centerpole Riblet doubles built between 1956(!) and 1977. Maybe it's the ski area's absence from the larger megapasses. Maybe it's proximity to 2,900-acre Schweitzer and its four high-speed lifts. Probably it's a little bit of each those things.Which is fine. People can ski wherever they want. But what is this place, lodged in the wilderness just an hour north of Washington's second-largest city? And why hadn't I heard of it until I made it my job to hear about everyplace? And how is Lift 1 spinning into its 67th winter? There just wasn't a lot of information out there about Mt. Spokane. And part of The Storm's mission is to seek these places out and figure out what the hell is going on. And so here you go.What we talked aboutFully staffed and ready to roll in 2023; night skiing; what happened when Mt. Spokane shifted from a five-day operating week to a seven-day one; a winding career path that involved sheep shearing, Ski Patrol at Bear Valley, running a winery, and ultimately taking over Mt. Spokane; the family ski routine; entering the ski industry in the maw of Covid; life is like Lombard Street; Spokane's long-term year-round business potential; who owns and runs Mt. Spokane; why and how the ski area switched from a private ownership model to a not-for-profit model; looking to other nonprofit ski areas for inspiration; a plan to replace Spokane's ancient lift fleet and why they will likely stick with fixed-grip chairlifts; the Skytrac-Riblet hybrid solution; sourcing parts for a 67-year-old chairlift; how much of Lift 1 is still original parts; which lift the mountain will replace first, what it will replace it with, and when; the virtues of Skytrac lifts; parking; the Day-1-on-the-job problem that changed how Jim runs the mountain; why Northwood lift was down for part of January; what it took to bring the Northwood expansion online and how it changed the mountain; whether future expansions are possible; Nordic opportunities; working with Washington State Parks, upon whose land the ski area sits, and how that compares to the U.S. Forest Service; whether Mt. Spokane could ever introduce snowmaking; how eastern Washington snow differs from what falls on the west side of the state; glading is harder than you think; where we could see more glades on the mountain; the evolution of Spokane's beginner terrain; why Mt. Spokane tore out its tubing lanes; expanding parking; which buildings could be updated or replaced and when; whether we could ever see lodging at the mountain; why the mountain sets its top lift ticket price at $75; why Mt. Spokane joined Freedom Pass; exploring the mountain's reciprocal pass partnerships and whether that network will continue to grow; and the possibility of joining the Indy Pass.Why I thought that now was a good time for this interviewIn August, Troy Hawks, the marketing mastermind at Sunlight and the administrator of the Freedom Pass, emailed to tell me that Mt. Spokane was joining the Freedom Pass. I asked him to connect me with the ski area's marketing team for some context on why they joined (which I included in this story). Then I asked if Jim would like to join me on the podcast. And he did.That's the straight answer. But Mt. Spokane fits this very interesting profile that matches that of many ski areas across the country: a nonprofit community hill with dated infrastructure and proximity to larger resorts that's been pushed to the brink not of insolvency but doors-bursting capacity despite successive waves of macro-challenges, including Covid and EpKon Mania. Weren't these places supposed to be toast? As a proxy for the health of independents nationwide, Mt. Spokane seemed like as good a place as any to check in.There's another interesting problem here: what are you going to do with a Riblet double built in 1956? The thing is gorgeous, tapering low and elegant up the hillside, a machine with stories to tell. But machines don't last forever, and new ones cost more than some whole ski areas. Mt. Spokane also has no snowmaking and dated lodges and too little parking. Will it modernize? If so, how? Does it need to? What is that blend of funk and shine that will ensure a mountain's future without costing its soul?In this way, too, Mt. Spokane echoes the story of contemporary independent American skiing: how, and how much, to update the bump? Jim, many will be happy to learn, has no ambitions of transforming Mt. Spokane into Schweitzer Jr. But he does have a vision and a plan, a way to make the mountain a little less 1950s and a little more 2020s. And he lays it all out in a matter-of-fact way that anyone who loves skiing will appreciate.Questions I wish I'd askedI'm so confused by Mt. Spokane's trailmap. Older versions show the Hidden Treasure area flanking the main face:While new versions portray Hidden Treasure as a distinct peak. Again:Meanwhile, Google Maps doesn't really line up with what I'm seeing above:While I love the aesthetic of Mt. Spokane's trailmap, it seems wildly out of scale and oddly cut off at the bottom of Hidden Treasure. The meanings of the various arrows and the flow of the mountain aren't entirely clear to me either.Really, this is more a problem of experience and immersion than anything I can learn through a knowledge transfer. A smart professor made this point in journalism school: go there. I really should be skiing these places before I do these interviews, and for a long time, I wouldn't record a podcast about a ski area I hadn't visited. But I realized, a year and a half in, that that would be impractical if I wanted to keep banging these things out, particularly as I reached farther into the western hinterlands. Sometimes I have to do the best I can with whatever's out there, and what's out there can be confusing as hell. So I guess I just need to go ski it to figure it out.What I got wrong* I intimated that Gunstock was a nonprofit ski area, but that is not the case. The mountain contributes revenue to its owner, Belknap County, each season.* I stated that Mt. Spokane didn't have any beginner surface lifts. In fact, it has a carpet lift.* Jim and I discussed whether Vista Cruiser was the longest contiguously operating chairlift in the United States. It's not – Hemlock has been serving Boyne Mountain, Michigan, since 1948. It's a double that was converted from a single that originally served Sun Valley as America's first chairlift in the 1930s. Still, Vista Cruiser may be the most intact 1950s vintage lift in America. I really don't know, and these things can be very hard to verify what with all the forgotten upgrades over the years, but it really doesn't matter: a 67-year-old chairlift is a hell of an impressive thing in any context.* While discussing reciprocal agreements, I said, rather hilariously, that Mt. Ashland was “right there in Oregon.” The ski area is, in fact, an 11-hour drive from Mt. Spokane. I was vaguely aware of how dumb this was as I said it, but you must remember that I grew up in the Midwest, meaning an 11-hour drive is like going out to the mailbox.Why you should ski Mt. SpokaneLet's start here:How many 2,000-vertical-foot mountains post those kind of rack rates? A few, but fewer each year. And if you happen to have a season pass to any other Freedom Pass ski area, you can cash in one of your Mt. Spokane lift tickets as you're floating through.As for the skiing itself, I can only speculate. It looks like typical PNW wide-open: wide runs, big treed meadows, bowls, glades all over. Three hundred inches per winter to open it all up. I mean there's really not much else that's necessary on my have-a-good-time checklist.Podcast Notes* Jim mentioned that Schweitzer was working on adding parking. More details on their plan to plug 1,400 more spaces into the mountain here.* I was shocked when Jim said that Mt. Spokane's $75 lift tickets ($59 midweek) were the second-most expensive in the region after Schweitzer's, which run $110 for a full-day adult pass. But he's correct: 49 Degrees North runs $72 on weekends and holidays and $49 midweek. Silver Mountain is $71 on weekends (but $65 midweek). And Lookout Pass is $66 on weekends and $55 midweek. I guess the memo about $250 lift tickets hasn't made its way up I-90 just yet.* The best way to support Mt. Spokane, which is a nonprofit ski area, is to go buy a lift ticket. But you can also donate here.* Here's a bit more Mt. Spokane history.* And some stoke Brah:The Storm publishes year-round, and guarantees 100 articles per year. This is article 4/100 in 2023, and number 390 since launching on Oct. 13, 2019. Want to send feedback? Reply to this email and I will answer (unless you sound insane, or, more likely, I just get busy). You can also email skiing@substack.com. Get full access to The Storm Skiing Journal and Podcast at www.stormskiing.com/subscribe

In today's episode of The Adrenaline Zone, Sandra and Sandy welcome veteran ski patroller, avalanche expert, and Assistant Director of Ski Patrol on Aspen Mountain, Samantha Haberman, to the podcast. Together, they delve into the intricate and high-stakes world of ski patrol and avalanche control, the physical and mental challenges of working in harsh, high-altitude environments and the importance of risk management in her line of work. Their conversation also touches on Haberman's personal journey to becoming a ski patroller, including her background in Aspen and her decision to take a solo bike trip across the country after college. Throughout the interview, they look at the various techniques and tools used to mitigate the risk of avalanches, including the use of explosives, ski cuts, and skier compaction, as well as the importance of self-care for ski patrollers. The diverse and dynamic role of ski patrollers, including their responsibilities in emergency medical care and lift evacuations is also examined, and Samantha shares some of her experiences responding to medical incidents on the mountains, some of her most memorable and unusual experiences as a ski patroller, and the importance of being prepared for the unexpected. They conclude today's fascinating episode by highlighting both the challenges and rewards of working in this field, the tight-knit culture of ski patrollers, the importance of trust and humility in the job, and the challenges of being a woman in a male-dominated profession.  The Finer Details of this Episode: Samantha's background and her path to her current occupation Her working environment and the risk management involved Ski Patrol requirements and responsibilities Avalanche control and some of the practices involved in it The mental challenges and adaptability involved in her work The importance of self-care The challenges and adrenaline-pumping moments of lift evacuations The diverse range of medical emergencies that ski patrollers may encounter  The tight-knit community to which Samantha belongs Some of the more memorable experiences in her job Quotes: "I was actually extremely bookish and I loved reading and sitting by the fire. Then I went to college and when I graduated, all of my classmates seemed to have plans. They were going to grad school or they had prime jobs already. And I did not. And I panicked a little." "So, half of my family was talking to me at the time, and the other half was like, 'we're like cutting you off because that's super dangerous.'" "Risk management is crucial in ski patrol, as it involves ensuring the safety of skiers while also maintaining the integrity of the mountain." "The work of ski patrol involves a combination of physical labor and decision-making under pressure." "So we ensure that we get a good explosion, which is what we're looking for." "Mental and physical self-care is important for ski patrollers who work in high-stress environments." "Mountain conditions and weather can change rapidly and ski patrollers must be adaptable." "It varies every time, so you don't know exactly what you're going into." "I've been in an incident where you're holding a blanket over a paramedic so that they can intubate somebody." "Going out with explosives definitely puts you on your game." Links: The Adrenaline Zone Homepage The Adrenaline Zone on Instagram The Adrenaline Zone on Twitter The Adrenaline Zone on TikTok Samantha Haberman LinkedIn

To support independent ski journalism, please consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This podcast hit paid subscribers' inboxes on Dec. 24. It dropped for free subscribers on Dec. 27. To receive future pods as soon as they're live, please consider an upgrade to a paid subscription.WhoShaun Sutner, snowsports columnist for the Worcester Telegram & Gazette and Telegram.comRecorded onNovember 21, 2022About Shaun SutnerShaun is a skier, a writer, and a journalist based in Worcester, Massachusetts. For the past 18 years, he's been pumping out a snowsports column from Thanksgiving to April. For the past two years, he's joined me on The Storm Skiing Podcast to rap about it. You should follow Shaun on social media to stay locked into his work:Why I interviewed himI've often said that the best interviews are with people who don't have bosses. That's true. Mostly. But not exclusively. Because journalists are just as good. And that's because they possess many attributes crucial to holding an interesting conversation: on-the-ground experience, the ability to tell a story, and a commitment to truth. Really. That is the whole point of the job. Listen to the Storm Skiing Podcasts with Eric Wilbur, Jackson Hogen, or Jason Blevins. They are among the best of the 122 episodes I've published before today. It's a different gig from the running-a-mountain-and-making-you-want-to-ski-that-mountain post that 75 percent of my guests hold. And these writers deliver a different kind of conversation, and one that enriches The Storm immensely.I'd like to host more ski journalists, but there just aren't that many of them. It's a weird fact of America and skiing that there are far more ski areas than there are American ski journalists. The NSAA lists 473 active ski areas. NASJA (the North American Snowsports Journalists Association) counts far fewer active members. The NBA, by contrast, has 30 teams and perhaps thousands of reporters covering them around the world. There's a lot more happening in skiing than there are paid observers to keep track of it all, is my point here.But there are a few. And Sutner is one of the real pros – one who's been skiing New England for most of his life, and writing about it for decades. His column is enlightened and interesting, essential reading for the entire Northeast. We had a great conversation last year, and we agreed to make it an annual thing.What we talked aboutWell I still can't pronounce “Worcester,” but we didn't discuss it this time which thank God; opening day vibes at Mount Snow; comparing last year's days-skied goal to reality; that Uphill Bro life and chewing up all our pow Brah; surveying the different approaches to New England uphill access; cross-country skiing and the opportunity of the Indy Pass; skiing in NYC; the countless ski areas of Quebec; Tremblant, overrated?; Le Massif; pass quivers; the importance of racing and race leagues to recreational skiing; why the rise of freeskiing hasn't killed ski racing; Sutner's long-running snowsports column; the importance of relationships in journalism; the Wachusett MACHINE; Sutner defends the honor of Ski Ward, my least-favorite ski area; the legacy of Sutner's brother Adam, former executive at Vail, Jackson Hole, and Crystal, who passed away suddenly last year; reaction to PGRI purchasing Jay Peak; what's next for Burke?; the future of Gunstock; Mount Sunapee crowding; Crotched, Attitash, and Wildcat's 2021-22 struggles; what the Epic Day Pass says about Vail's understanding of New Hampshire; whether Vail's pay increases and lift ticket sales limits will be enough to fix the company's operational issues in New Hampshire; the impact of Kanc 8 on Loon and what that could mean for new lifts at Stowe and Mount Snow; New England's lift renaissance; eight-packs and redistributing skiers; let's play Fantasy Ski Resort owner with Sugarloaf; the investment binge at Loon; high-speed double chairs; will Magic ever get Black Quad live?; the rebuilding of Catamount; a New England lift wishlist; Berkshire East; fake vertical; Smuggs' lift fleet; the future of Big Squaw; The Balsams; Whaleback; Granite Gorge; and Tenney.Why I thought that now was a good time for this interviewWell the intent was to push this podcast out alongside the debut of Sutner's first column of the year, on Thanksgiving Day. I, uh, missed that target. But I'll fix that whole timing bit, and you can expect a Sutner appearance on The Storm Skiing Podcast every Thanksgiving week for as long as he's interested in doing it.What I got wrong* I noted in the podcast that it was a 15-minute drive from Mountain Creek to High Point Cross Country Ski Center in New Jersey – it's closer to half an hour.* Sutner and I referenced Seven Brothers at Loon as an unfinished lift. That was true when we recorded this podcast on Nov. 21, but the lift opened on Dec. 17.* Sutner referenced a New England lift project that he knew about but that was not public yet – it's public now, and you can read about it here.* Shaun referred to a “little-known” summit T-bar at Sugarloaf. It must be a really well-kept secret, because I can't find any reference to it, now or in the past.Why you should read Sutner's columnBecause what I wrote last year is still true:Because it's focused, intelligent, researched, fact-checked, spell-checked, and generally just the sort of professional-level writing that is increasingly subsumed by the LOLing babble of the emojisphere. That's fine – everyone is lost in the scroll. But as the pillars of ski journalism burn and topple around us, it's worth supporting whatever's left. Gannett, the parent company of the Worcester Telegram & Gazette, has imposed fairly stringent paywalls on his work. While I think these local papers are best served by offering a handful of free articles per month, the paper is worth supporting if it's your local – in the same way you might buy a local ski pass to complement your Epkon Pass. Good, consistent writing is not so easy to find. Sutner delivers. Support his craft.I wish there was one place where all of Sutner's columns were collected, but the reality of being part of a larger entity is that your work gets mashed together with everything else. Here are direct links to Sutner's columns so far this season:* Skiing Vail Remains a Treasured Rocky Mountain Experience* Plenty of Updates and Upgrades have Crotched Mountain Resort Thriving in New Hampshire* Key Improvements Signal Strong Seasons Ahead for Attitash, Wildcat Ski Areas* World Cup Ski Racing Continues to Thrive at KillingtonSutner's column tends to be less-newsy, more focused on the long-term than the what-just-happened? But, thanks to decades of experience and a deep well of sources, he can fire off a breaking news story in a hurry when he needs to. Earlier this month, for example, he turned around this dispatch about Wachusett's sudden cancellation of its volunteer Ski Patrol program – known locally as “Rangers” – in just a few hours:Wachusett Mountain Ski Area ended its volunteer Ranger program at the start of the ski and snowboard season last month in an unexpected move that could have safety consequences on the mountain's busy slopes, at least in the short term. The ski area apparently was forced into ending or suspending the program due to an investigation by the state attorney general's office into whether treating the Rangers as volunteers violates state labor laws. A spokeswoman for the AG's office declined to comment on whether the office is investigating Wachusett.The case could have national ramifications in the ski industry, where more than 600 ski areas across the country use volunteer ski patrollers under the umbrella of the nonprofit National Ski Patrol, as well as volunteers similar to Rangers. Read the full story here:Podcast Notes* Sutner and I discussed Wachusett quite a bit, and specifically my podcast interview with resort President Jeff Crowley from last year:* We also had a long discussion about Ski Ward, which stemmed from this write-up I published in February:Ski Ward, 25 miles southwest, makes Nashoba Valley look like Aspen. A single triple-chair rising 220 vertical feet. A T-bar beside that. Some beginner surface lifts lower down. Off the top three narrow trails that are steep for approximately six feet before leveling off for the run-out back to the base. It was no mystery why I was the only person over the age of 14 skiing that evening.Normally my posture at such community- and kid-oriented bumps is to trip all over myself to say every possible nice thing about its atmosphere and mission and miraculous existence in the maw of the EpKonasonics. But this place was awful. Like truly unpleasant. My first indication that I had entered a place of ingrained dysfunction was when I lifted the safety bar on the triple chair somewhere between the final tower and the exit ramp and the liftie came bursting out of his shack like he'd just caught me trying to steal his chickens. “The sign is there,” he screamed, pointing frantically at the “raise bar here” sign jutting up below the top station just shy of unload. At first I didn't realize he was talking to me and so I ignored him and this offended him to the point where he – and this actually happened – stopped the chairlift and told me to come back up the ramp so he could show me the sign. I declined the opportunity and skied off and away and for the rest of the evening I waited until I was exactly above his precious sign before raising the safety bar.All night, though, I saw this b******t. Large, aggressive, angry men screaming – screaming – at children for this or that safety-bar violation. The top liftie laid off me once he realized I was a grown man, but it was too late. Ski Ward has a profoundly broken customer-service culture, built on bullying little kids on the pretext of lift safety. Someone needs to fix this. Now.Look, I am not anti-lift bar. I put it down every time, unless I am out West and riding with some version of Studly Bro who is simply too f*****g cool for such nonsense. But that was literally my 403rd chairlift ride of the season and my 2,418th since I began tracking ski stats on my Slopes app in 2018. Never have I been lectured over the timing of my safety-bar raise. So I was surprised. But if Ski Ward really wants to run their chairlifts with the rulebook specificity of a Major League Baseball game, all they have to do is say, “Excuse me, Sir, can you please wait to get to the sign before raising your bar next time?” That would have worked just as well, and would have saved them this flame job. For a place that caters to children, they need to do much, much better.As I'm wont to do, I followed that write-up with casual Ward-bashing on Twitter. Sutner took exception to this, saying that I was oversimplifying it and working on too small a sample size. Which, fair enough. He further defends the ski area's honor in our pod, though frankly I remain salty about the place.* Sutner spoke at length about his brother Adam, a member of Crystal Mountain, Washington's executive team, who died suddenly in April. Shaun wrote his younger brother's obituary, which reads in part:Adam lived and worked overseas in the advertising and tech business in Amsterdam, Brussels, London, Paris, Tokyo and Melbourne. He also lived and worked in advertising and the ski industry in New York City, Chicago, Denver, Minneapolis, Los Angeles, San Francisco, and in Vail, Colo., Jackson Hole, Wyo., and Greenwater, Wash.He lived the life he wanted to live.He was widely known for working hard and being a leader in the ski industry profession he loved, often starting work before dawn.Adam loved French Martinis, fast cars and motorcycles, high-speed skiing, music, reading literature and non-fiction, wok cooking, James Bond and art heist caper movies and smoking his beloved cigarillos. He was an ardent fan of international soccer and rugby.He liked to pick up and drop off at the airport the steady stream of visitors who he accommodated, with utmost hospitality, at his various well-appointed homes. He collected watches, fine art and mid-century modern furniture and accessories.He was a witty storyteller, entertaining family and friends with tales of his lifelong travels and adventures. He had an acerbic sense of humor and keen intellect.Read the full obit here:The Storm publishes year-round, and guarantees 100 articles per year. This is article 136/100 in 2022, and number 382 since launching on Oct. 13, 2019. Want to send feedback? Reply to this email and I will answer (unless you sound insane or, more likely, I just get busy). You can also email skiing@substack.com. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.stormskiing.com/subscribe